Tracy Evaporation Pond #3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Tracy Evaporation Pond #3 Dam, located in Wadsworth, Nevada, is a public utility structure designed by Applied Soil Water Technologies.
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Summary
Completed in 2016, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and stretches 1997 feet in length. It serves a primary purpose of "Other," with a storage capacity of 71.7 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.4 acres. The dam is state-regulated by the Nevada Division of Water Resources, with inspection and enforcement processes in place to ensure its structural integrity.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Tracy Evaporation Pond #3 Dam is deemed to have a high risk level (2). Despite the absence of a spillway, the dam's maximum discharge capacity is noted as 1 cubic foot per second. The structure has no outlet gates and is situated in the Truckee River watershed in Storey County, Nevada. The dam's purpose and design make it a valuable asset for water resource management and climate-related efforts in the region.
Overall, Tracy Evaporation Pond #3 Dam plays a crucial role in water storage and management in Nevada, contributing to the state's water resource infrastructure. With its modest height and fair condition, the dam stands as a regulated and monitored structure to mitigate potential risks and ensure public safety. As a significant component in the Truckee River watershed, this earth dam represents a key element in sustaining water resources and addressing climate challenges in the region.
Year Completed |
2016 |
Dam Length |
1997 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TRUCKEE RIVER-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
71.7 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Tracy Evaporation Pond #3 Dam